Fire Extinguisher & Kitchen Suppression Techn

Thompson Safety; Cedar Park (TX); On-site; USD 48,000 - 72,000; Full time

Job summary

Thompson Safety in Texas is seeking a Fire Extinguisher/Kitchen Suppression System Technician to install, inspect, and service fire safety equipment.

You will perform annual maintenance, determine placement, and coordinate with customers, contractors, and team to ensure compliance and reliable operation.

Must have a state license; Texas K license preferred; strong reading of NFPA standards and ability to read electrical schematics.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required; certifications in fire extinguishers and suppression preferred.
• Mechanical aptitude and experience with hand/power tools.
• Knowledge of basic electricity and ability to read electrical schematic diagrams.
• Texas K license required; NFPA standards knowledge highly valued.
• Experience as a Fire Technician preferred; strong communication skills.
• Ability to read and interpret NFPA standards and technical manuals.
• Valid driver's license and ability to pass drug/background checks.
• Strong interpersonal skills and ability to work with customers and teams.

Responsibilities

• Perform annual maintenance/inspections of fire extinguishers.
• Determine proper type, quantity, and placement of extinguishers based on hazards.
• Exchange extinguishers requiring service; replace obsolete/damaged units.
• Install fire extinguisher cabinets, brackets, and wall hangers.
• Indicate type, size, and location on inspection reports.
• Perform semi-annual and annual inspections of kitchen suppression, fire sprinkler, and fire alarm systems.
• Document findings and deficiencies on inspection reports.
• Communicate non-compliance issues to customers.
• Collaborate with customers, contractors, and team for repairs and maintenance.
• Provide technical support and guidance on system operation, maintenance, and troubleshooting.
• Build partnerships to grow business within the industry.
• Adhere to safety guidelines; protect self and others.
• Perform other related duties as assigned.

Skills

Mechanical aptitude

Hand/power tool use

Electrical schematic reading

NFPA standards knowledge

Communication skills

Driver's license

Background/drug check clear

Independence / self-motivation

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

Job Summary

The Fire Extinguisher/Kitchen Suppression System Technician is responsible for the installation, inspection of fire extinguishers and the inspection, installation and repair of fire suppression systems (Kitchen Hoods). Appropriate state license is required.

Supervisory Responsibilities

• None

Essential Job Functions

• Perform Annual maintenance/inspections of fire extinguishers.
• Determine proper type, quantity, and placement of fire extinguishers based on hazard/occupancy classification.
• Exchange fire extinguishers that require service; replace obsolete/damaged units.
• Installation of fire extinguisher cabinets, brackets, and wall hangers.
• Indicate type, size, and location of fire extinguishers on inspection reports.
• Perform Semi-Annual and Annual inspections of restaurant/industrial fire suppression systems, fire sprinkler systems and fire alarm systems.
• Document findings and note deficiencies on inspection reports.
• Communicate to the customer any non-compliance issues.
• Collaborate with customers, contractors, and other team members to ensure efficient and effective repair and maintenance of fire suppression, fire sprinkler and fire alarm systems.
• Provide technical support and guidance to customers regarding fire suppression, fire sprinkler, and fire alarm systems; including system operation, maintenance, and troubleshooting.
Build and develop partnerships that will grow the business within the industry marketplace.
• Adhere to safety guidelines and practices, both for personal safety and the safety of others.
• Performs other related duties as assigned.

Experience & Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required. Certifications or training on fire extinguishers and fire suppression, fire sprinkler, and fire alarm systems is strongly preferred.
• Mechanical aptitude and experience with hand/power tools.
• Knowledge of basic electricity and the ability to read electrical schematic diagrams.
• Proven experience working as a Fire Technician is preferred.
• Must have Texas K license
• Proficiency in reading and interpreting NFPA standards (10, 13, 17, 17a, 25, 72, 96), and technical manuals (Ansul, Amerex, CaptiveAire, etc.)
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills to effectively interact with customers and team members.
• Ability to work independently and prioritize tasks effectively.
• Maintain a v alid driver's license and ability to pass a drug and background check.

Physical Requirements

• Regularly required to stand, walk, talk, hear and have full use of hands. The employee is occasionally required to sit, reach with hands and arms, climb or balance, and stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl. The employee must frequently lift and/or move up to 20 pounds and occasionally lift and/or move up to 75 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus.
• Ability to work from a ladder, and in some case, a man-lift.
• Must be able to operate a motor vehicle and travel daily.

We are an equal opportunity employer that welcomes and encourages diversity in the workplace. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, marital status, age, national origin, ancestry, physical or mental disability, medical condition, pregnancy, genetic information, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, veteran status, or any other status protected under federal, state, or local law.